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Wetterhoun (Black & White, Face)
Black & White, Face

Breed Information

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Name Wetterhoun
Other names Frisian Water Dog, Dutch Spaniel, Otterhoun
Origin Netherlands
Breed Group

Working

Gun Dog (UKC)

Size Medium
Type Purebred
Life span 12-14 years
Temperament

Quiet

Reserved

Stubborn

Height 21.5-23 inches (55-59 cm)
Weight 55-77 pounds (25-35 kg)
Colors

Black

Black & White

Liver

Liver & White

Roan

Litter Size 3-7 puppies
Puppy Prices

Average (Unknown)

 

Breed Characteristics

Adaptability

3 stars

Apartment Friendly

1 stars

The Wetterhoun is not recommended for apartment life. This breed will be very distressed in an apartment in a busy urban area because these dogs are not suited to such a life. They are rarely seen outside a country setting. The Wetterhoun can live outdoors in a kennel as long as it gets adequate exercise and contact with its humans. It will do well in cold climates as long as it has adequate shelter.

Barking Tendencies

2 stars

Occassional

Cat Friendly

3 stars

Child Friendly

4 stars

Good with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them.

Dog Friendly

3 stars

Exercise Needs

4 stars

The Wetterhoun needs lots of exercise, which includes a daily, long, brisk walk. The ideal situation for this dog is to have a large piece of land that it can run around on freely...and which it will protect vigorously. The Wetterhoun likes to swim.

Grooming

1 stars

This water dog requires little grooming. Comb and brush occasionally. Check that the ears are clean and infection free.

Health Issues

2 stars

Hypoallergenic: No

Intelligence

3 stars

Ranking: N/A Full Ranking List

Playfulness

2 stars

Shedding Level

3 stars

Moderate Shedding: Routine brushing will help. Be prepared to vacuum often!

Stranger Friendly

2 stars

Trainability

3 stars

Moderately Easy Training: The Wetterhoun is average when it comes to training. Results will come gradually.

Watchdog Ability

4 stars

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Wetterhoun Puppy (Black & White, Muzzle)
Black & White, Muzzle

Wetterhoun Names

Rank Boy Names Girl Names
01 Charlie Molly
02 Jack Bella
03 Teddy Sophie
04 Bear Luna
05 Tucker Abbie
06 Milo Roxy
07 Oliver Pepper
08 Dexter Stella
09 Teddy Dixie
10 Sam Penny
100 Cute Puppy Names ›

Overview

The Wetterhoun is a medium-sized dog between 55 and 59 centimeters (21.5-23 inches) at the withers. They weigh between 25 and 35 kilos (55 and 77 pounds). Their coat is thick and curly except for the head, ears and legs, where the coat is smoother; the water repellant coat is described as having a greasy feel. Coat colour may be solid black or brown, or black with white, or brown with white, with or without white ticking or roan marks. The texture of the coat should not be woolly, as such fur will not resist water. The ears are low set and hang flat to the head, and the tail curls tightly over the back. The breed has an unusual, somewhat grim expression due to the shape of the eyes, which marks it as different from other dog breeds.

This breed is an excellent gun dog, effective as both a land and water retriever, however its strong will and natural guarding abilities make early training a requirement. The breed standard describes the breed's temperament as reserved and "an ideal guard-dog". though never aggressive, which makes it an excellent family-dog. Although described as "strong willed" the Wetterhoun is never stubborn or wilfully disobedient. Perseverance is a much better term, because they finish what they started, whatever it takes. Imperturbable they finish what they think to be their task. Thereby the breed is sensitive and should never be treated or trained harshly. Brought-up and used to children, they are tolerant to children to the point where the dog should be protected against the children instead the other way around.

History

Dutch breeders created the Fresian Water Dog about 400 years ago, probably from an older breed that was simply known as Old Water Dog. The dogs were originally used by fishermen to kill otters. When otters became less trouble for fishermen, the dogs began being used for hunting and guarding. The breed is very rare and is found almost exclusively in the Netherlands. The Fresian Water Dog was recognized by the United Kennel Club in 2006.

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